Doritos Taco Salad

 Credit: Life-in-the lofthouse.com

Ingredients:

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning + water
• 3-4 romaine lettuce hearts, rinsed then chopped
• 1 cup black beans, rinsed (I usually omit)
• 1 large tomato, chopped or sliced cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 1/2 cups nacho cheese Doritos, broke into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup Catalina dressing

Instructions:

1. Brown and crumble ground beef in large skillet over medium-high heat.  Drain grease.
2. Add taco seasoning and water called for on packet.  Stir until mixture comes to a boil.  Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes.  Remove from heat and let meat cool slightly.
3. In large salad bowl, add chopped lettuce, black beans, tomato and cheese.
4. Add slightly cooled ground beef and gently toss to combine everything.
5. Serve now, or chill in refrigerator until ready to eat.  Don't add chips until ready to serve.
6. When ready to serve, add Dorito chips and dressing to salad, toss.